A.S. Peabody family papers 1876-1966

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A.S. Peabody family papers 1876-1966

The collection contains biographical material on the A.S. Peabody (grocer, businessman, and civic leader) family of Laramie, Wyoming, and Aven Nelson.

cubic ft. (1 slim document box, 1 F17 box + artifacts + oversize)

eng,

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University of Wyoming.

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Chaplin, W. E., 1860-1948.

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Peabody Family.

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Willits, W. C., (Warren C.)

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Peabody, A. S., 1836-1898.

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The collection contains biographical material on the Peabody family and Aven Nelson. Various newspaper clippings, maps, and letterheads concerning Laramie history are found in the collection. Also included are photographs and stereo cards of downtown Laramie, a manuscript of Landmarks of Albany County by W.E. Chaplin and three artifacts. From the description of A.S. Peabody family papers, 1876-1966. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 45288441 ...

Owen, W. O. (William Octavius), 1859-1947

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William O. Owen (1859-1947) was a surveyor and mountaineer who lived in Laramie, Wyoming, when the town was first founded. In 1898, he climbed the Grand Teton. His claim to be the first person to reach the summit of the Grand Teton was disputed by N.P. Langford, who claimed to have reached the summit in 1872. After years of controversy, Owen's feat was officially recognized by the State of Wyoming in 1929. From the description of William O. Owen papers, 1890-1930. (University of Wyom...